STRENGTH TRAINING CIRCUIT The strength training circuit (STC) produces a total-body training effect for the development of strength and mobility. (See Table 9-9.) A sequence combining a CL, a military movement drill, and kettlebell exercises works every muscle group with active recovery between stations of exercise. The STC is best conducted at platoon level. The …
CONDITIONING DRILL 1, EXERCISE 5: SINGLE-LEG PUSH-UP Purpose: This exercise strengthens muscles of the chest, shoulders, arms, and trunk. Raising one leg while maintaining proper trunk position makes this an excellent trunk stabilizing exercise (Figure 9-6). Starting Position: Front leaning rest position. Cadence: MODERATE Count: Check Points: Precautions: Do not jerk the leg being raised on counts 1 and 3. …
CONDITIONING DRILL 3, EXERCISE 8: FROG JUMPS FORWARD AND BACKWARD Purpose: This exercise develops coordination, balance, and explosive strength in the legs (Figure 9-19). Starting Position: Straddle stance, slightly crouched, assuming a half-squat, with the back straight, arms at the sides with elbows bent at 90-degrees, and palms facing forward. Cadence: MODERATE Count: Check Points: Precaution: N/A
Conditioning drill 2 consists of five advanced exercises that require more complex plyometric and bilateral movement skills while challenging the components of strength, endurance, and mobility. Army Conditioning Drill 2 Exercises Army Conditioning Drill 2 has five exercises: Conditioning Drill 2 Exercises are conducted at a slow (turn and lunge, supine bicycle, and swimmer) or …
Objective: Reference: A visual representation of this concept can be found in the section titled Overview of Strength and Mobility Drills and Activities. Integration into PRT Programs Overview of Strength and Mobility Drills and Activities Conditioning Drill 1 (CD 1) Conditioning Drill 2 (CD 2) Conditioning Drill 3 (CD 3) Push-up and Sit-up Drill (PSD) …
Strength and mobility exercises are foundational elements of the Army Physical Readiness Training (PRT) program, designed to enhance the physical capabilities of soldiers. The strength and mobility activities chapter describes strength and mobility exercises, drills, and activities designed for Soldiers in the toughening and sustaining phases of PRT. The Army PRT has a range of …
The Guerrilla Drill (GD) is a functional and intense exercise routine designed to build agility, strength, coordination, and teamwork. It’s focused on developing a soldier’s combat readiness by simulating real-world physical challenges they might face. Guerrilla Drill The Guerrilla Drill has three exercises: Conducting: The GD is conducted in the sustaining phase and encompasses three …
Climbing drills offer a broad range of pulling exercises to enhance soldiers’ upper-body strength and endurance. Role of Spotters: Climbing Drills (CL) Explained: Objective: Key Components: Program Integration: Training Sessions: Training Setup: Area: Uniform: Equipment Details: Spotting Techniques: Usage Requirement: Spotting the Straight-Arm Pull, Pull-Up, and Alternating Grip Pull-Up Front Spotter Position and Role: Rear …
Climbing Drill 1 (CL 1) is a specialized set of exercises designed to enhance a soldier’s upper body and core strength. Purpose What makes CL1 Exercises different? Muscles Worked by Climbing Drill 1 Exercises Army CL1 Exercises work on the following muscles to enhance your core and upper body strength: Climbing Drill 1 Exercises The following …
Conditioning drill 1 comprises five exercises to develop complex motor skills while challenging your endurance, strength, and mobility at a high intensity. Conditioning Drill 1 Exercises The following are the Conditioning Drill 1 exercises: Phases: Army CD1 Conditions Formation: Conditioning Drill 1: Leadership: Precision: Arm CD1 Exercise Progression: Integration: Commands: Army CD 1 Exercises | …